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Kramer VM-28H User Manual

2 input 1:8/16 hdmi distributor
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K R A ME R E LE CT R O N IC S L TD .

USER MANUAL

MODEL:
VM-28H
2 Input 1:8 HDMI Distributor
VM-216H
2 Input 1:16 HDMI Distributor
P/N: 2900-000662 Rev 5

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  • Page 1: User Manual

    K R A ME R E LE CT R O N IC S L TD . USER MANUAL MODEL: VM-28H 2 Input 1:8 HDMI Distributor VM-216H 2 Input 1:16 HDMI Distributor P/N: 2900-000662 Rev 5...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Technical Specifications Protocol 2000 Syntax Instruction Codes Figures Figure 1: VM-216H 2-Input 1:16 HDMI Distributor Rear Panel Figure 2: Connecting a VM-28H 2 Input 1:8 HDMI Distributor Figure 3: Connecting a VM-216H 2 Input 1:16 HDMI Distributor VM-28H, VM-216H – Contents...

  • Page 4: Introduction

    Scan Converters and Scalers; GROUP 8: Cables and Connectors; GROUP 9: Room Connectivity; GROUP 10: Accessories and Rack Adapters and GROUP 11: Sierra Products. Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer VM-28H, VM-216H 2 Input 1:8/16 HDMI Distributor, which is ideal for the following typical applications: ...

  • Page 5: Getting Started

    Achieving the Best Performance To achieve the best performance:  Use only good quality connection cables (we recommend Kramer high- performance, high-resolution cables) to avoid interference, deterioration in signal quality due to poor matching, and elevated noise levels (often associated with low quality cables) ...

  • Page 6: Safety Instructions

    Kramer Electronics has made arrangements with the European Advanced Recycling Network (EARN) and will cover any costs of treatment, recycling and recovery of waste Kramer Electronics branded equipment on arrival at the EARN facility. For details of Kramer’s recycling arrangements in your particular country go to our recycling pages at http://www.kramerelectronics.com/support/recycling/.

  • Page 7: Overview

    Overview The Kramer VM-28H 2 Input 1:8 HDMI Distributor and VM-216H 2 Input 1:16 HDMI Distributor are high-quality distributors that accept one of two HDMI inputs and distribute the signal to 8/16 outputs, allowing one or more of the outputs to be connected to receiving devices, thus making them a versatile, reliable component in a video system.
  • Page 8 The LOCK button also flashes (the IN 1, IN 2 and EDID buttons do not flash at the same time) when the machine is busy (perhaps searching between signals) and no operation is permitted. When powering up, the VM-28H/VM-216H front panel is automatically locked OUTPUT STATUS LEDs LEDs light when an output(s) is connected and active;...
  • Page 9 Figure 2: VM-28H 2-Input 1:8 HDMI Distributor Rear Panel Feature Function RS-232 9-pin D-sub Port Connects to the PC or the Remote Controller INPUT 1/2 HDMI Connectors Connects to the HDMI source 1/2 OUTPUT HDMI Connector Connects to the HDMI acceptor from 1 to 8...
  • Page 10 Figure 3: VM-216H 2-Input 1:16 HDMI Distributor Front Panel Feature Function IR Receiver The red LED is illuminated when receiving signals from the Kramer Infrared remote control transmitter POWER Switch Illuminated switch for turning the unit ON or OFF IN 1 Button Press to select source 1 and distribute this signal to the outputs (when the EDID button does not illuminate).

  • Page 11: Figure 1: Vm-216H 2-Input 1:16 Hdmi Distributor Rear Panel

    Figure 1: VM-216H 2-Input 1:16 HDMI Distributor Rear Panel Feature Function RS-232 9-pin D-sub Port Connects to the PC or the Remote Controller INPUT 1/2 HDMI Connectors Connects to the HDMI source 1/2 OUTPUT HDMI Connector Connects to the HDMI from 1 to 16 Power Connector with Fuse AC connector enabling power supply to the unit...

  • Page 12: Using The Ir Transmitter

    This distance can be extended to up to 60 meters when used with three extension cables (Model: C-A35M/A35F-50). Before using the external IR receiver, be sure to arrange for your Kramer dealer to insert the internal IR connection cable (P/N: 505-70434010-S) with the 3.5mm connector that fits into the REMOTE IR opening on the rear panel.

  • Page 13: Installing In A Rack

    Installing in a Rack This section provides instructions for rack mounting the unit. VM-28H, VM-216H - Installing in a Rack...

  • Page 14: Using The Vm-28H/Vm-216H

    OUTPUT 8 connector to acceptor 8 (for example, a plasma display) 2. Connect the two HDMI sources, for example, a DVD player and a set top box, to the INPUT 1 and INPUT 2 connectors, respectively, using the Kramer HDMI copper cables.

  • Page 15: Figure 2: Connecting A Vm-28H 2 Input 1:8 Hdmi Distributor

    3. If required, connect a PC and/or controller to the RS-232 port (see Section 5.2). 4. Connect the power cord to the mains electricity. Figure 2: Connecting a VM-28H 2 Input 1:8 HDMI Distributor VM-28H, VM-216H - Using the VM-28H/VM-216H...
  • Page 16 OUTPUT 16 connector to acceptor 16 (for example, a plasma display) 2. Connect the two HDMI sources, for example, a DVD player and a set top box, to the INPUT 1 and INPUT 2 connectors, respectively, using the Kramer HDMI copper cables.

  • Page 17: Connecting The Vm-28H/Vm-216H Via Rs-232

    Figure 3: Connecting a VM-216H 2 Input 1:16 HDMI Distributor Connecting the VM-28H/VM-216H via RS-232 You can connect to the VM-28H, VM-216H via an RS-232 connection using, for example, a PC. Note that a null-modem adapter/connection is not required. To connect to the VM-28H, VM-216H via RS-232: ...

  • Page 18: Using The Edid Button

    Using the EDID Button Initially, the VM-28H/VM-216H operates with the factory default EDID. You can acquire the EDID from:  One output (the selected output LED illuminates)  The default EDID (all the output LEDs flash)  Several connected outputs, the Auto-mix Mode (the output LEDs flash in sequence) The EDID acquired is a weighted average of all the connected outputs.
  • Page 19 3. Press an input button (either IN 1 or IN 2) once. The selected input button illuminates. 4. Enter the default mode as defined in Section 5.4 (with either IN 1 or IN 2). All the OUTPUT STATUS LEDs flash simultaneously. VM-28H, VM-216H - Using the VM-28H/VM-216H...
  • Page 20 6. Press the LOCK button to copy the EDID of the selected OUTPUT to the input. While the EDID is being copied the EDID button flashes. The new EDID is copied when the EDID button no longer flashes. VM-28H, VM-216H - Using the VM-28H/VM-216H...

  • Page 21: Technical Specifications

    19" x 7" x 1U W, D, H, rack mountable WEIGHT: 2.5kg (5.5lbs) approx. Power cord, rack “ears”, IR remote control transmitter ACCESSORIES: Specifications are subject to change without notice at http://www.kramerelectronics.com Warning: These are class A products, for professional applications and environments only. VM-28H, VM-216H - Technical Specifications...

  • Page 22: Protocol 2000

    The default data rate is 9600 baud, with no parity, 8 data bits and 1 stop bit. Note: Compatibility with Kramer’s Protocol 2000 does not mean that a machine uses all of the commands below. Each machine uses a sub-set of Protocol 2000, according to its needs.

  • Page 23: Instruction Codes

    NOTE 16 – The reply to the REQUEST WHETHER PANEL IS LOCKED is the same as in NOTE 4 above, except that OUTPUT is assigned with the value 0 if the panel is unlocked, or 1 if it is locked. VM-28H, VM-216H - Protocol 2000...
  • Page 25 For the latest information on our products and a list of Kramer distributors, visit our Web site where updates to this user manual may be found. We welcome your questions, comments, and feedback. Web site: www.kramerelectronics.com E-mail: info@kramerel.com SAFETY WARNING...

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